14-Day Sri Lanka Tour: Trincomalee, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala & Mirissa
From Trincomalee and Pasikuda to Ella, Yala, Mirissa and Galle, take two weeks to see Sri Lanka beyond the usual route.
Tour Overview
- Duration: 14 Days
- Group Size: Private tour (customizable for individuals or small groups)
- Route: Colombo Airport • Negombo • Trincomalee • Pasikuda • Sigiriya • Kandy • Ella • Yala • Mirissa • Colombo • Airport
Experience Sri Lanka across its east coast, Cultural Triangle, hill country and southern coast. The itinerary combines beaches and marine activities in Trincomalee and Pasikuda with Sigiriya and Dambulla, Kandy’s cultural sites, Ella’s mountain scenery, a Yala wildlife safari, whale and dolphin watching in Mirissa, and a final Colombo city tour
14 Days in Sri Lanka - Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Negombo or Colombo
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to your hotel. The first day allows time to rest after the flight.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Airport welcome
- Hotel transfer
- Negombo Beach or Colombo Galle Face Green
- Dutch Canal or Colombo city walk
- Sri Lankan welcome dinner
Overnight: Negombo / Colombo.
Day 2: Negombo to Trincomalee
Travel towards Sri Lanka’s east coast and explore Trincomalee’s historic and coastal attractions.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Scenic drive to Trincomalee
- Koneswaram Temple
- Fort Frederick
- Lovers Leap Viewpoint
- Nilaveli Beach
Overnight: Trincomalee.
Day 3: Trincomalee
Spend the day exploring the marine and beach attractions around Trincomalee.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Pigeon Island Marine National Park
- Optional snorkeling
- Seasonal dolphin watching
- Marble Beach
- Beach relaxation
Overnight: Trincomalee.
Day 4: Trincomalee to Pasikudah
Continue along the east coast to Pasikudah and spend time at the beach.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Scenic coastal drive
- Pasikuda Beach
- Swimming
- Optional kayaking or paddleboarding
- Sunset beach walk
Overnight: Pasikudah.
Day 5: Pasikuda Beach Day
Travel towards Sigiriya and experience traditional village activities before visiting the area’s major attractions.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Beach relaxation
- Village cycling
- Optional local seafood lunch
- Pool time
- Optional spa or Ayurvedic treatment
Overnight: Pasikudah.
Day 6: Pasikudah to Sigiriya
Travel towards Sigiriya and experience traditional village activities before visiting the area’s major attractions.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Sigiriya village experience
- Bullock cart ride
- Catamaran boat ride
- Traditional village lunch
- Sri Lankan cooking class
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress or Pidurangala Rock at sunset
Overnight: Sigiriya.
Day 7: Sigiriya to Kandy
Travel to Kandy through Dambulla and explore several cultural attractions.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Spice Garden
- Gem Museum
- Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Kandy Cultural Dance Show
- Kandy Lake walk
Overnight: Kandy.
Day 8: Kandy to Ella
Travel towards Ella by scenic train through Sri Lanka’s tea-growing hill country.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Scenic train journey
- Tea plantations
- Tea Factory
- Nine Arches Bridge
- Ella town
Overnight: Ella.
Day 9: Ella
Spend the day exploring Ella’s mountain attractions and enjoying the surrounding landscape.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Little Adam’s Peak
- Optional Flying Ravana Zipline
- Ravana Falls
- Tea plantation walk
- Café experience with mountain views
Overnight: Ella.
Day 10: Ella to Yala
Travel south towards Yala National Park for a wildlife safari.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Transfer to Yala
- Afternoon Jeep Safari
- Track and witness Sri Lanka’s iconic wildlife, including: Leopards, Elephants, Sloth bears, Crocodiles, Deer, Peacocks, Bird species
Overnight: Yala.
Day 11: Yala to Mirissa
Continue along the southern coast to Mirissa and spend the evening by the ocean.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Southern coastal drive
- Coconut Tree Hill
- Mirissa Beach
- Beach relaxation
- Beachfront dinner
Overnight: Mirissa.
Day 12: Mirissa Whale and Dolphin Watching
Start early with a whale and dolphin watching cruise before enjoying a relaxed day at Mirissa Beach.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Whale and dolphin watching cruise
- Beach relaxation
- Optional surfing lesson
- Optional spa treatment
- Mirissa Beach sunset
Overnight: Mirissa.
Day 13: Mirissa and Galle
Enjoy a relaxed morning before visiting the historic Galle Fort area.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Beach relaxation
- Galle Dutch Fort
- Galle Lighthouse
- Boutique shopping
- Café experience
Overnight: Mirissa.
Day 14: Mirissa to Colombo and Departure
Travel from Mirissa towards Colombo for a final city tour before transferring to the airport.
Attractions/Activities to Explore:
- Colombo City Tour
- Independence Square
- Gangaramaya Temple
- Lotus Tower photo stop
- Pettah Market
- Colombo shopping malls
- Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport
End of tour: Bandaranaike International Airport.
Inclusions:
- Private airport meet and greet
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking chauffeur guide
- Group transportation on request
- 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotel options
- Breakfast and dinner
- Wildlife safari
- Whale and dolphin watching
- Boat ride and turtle hatchery visit
- Village tour and traditional cooking class
- Bottled drinking water
- Wi-Fi during the tour
- Expressway and parking charges
Exclusions:
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Lunches
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Entry tickets